JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Event Cleanup & Venue Closing Custodian to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring our venue is clean, secure, and ready for the next event. You’ll be responsible for cleaning up after weddings and other events, assisting with teardown, and securely closing the venue late at night. This is a part time contract position from September-December with varying hours. You will be required to work evenings, weekends; including Sundays and holidays.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work late-night/early-morning hours (typically 10 PM – 2 AM, depending on the event)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• Punctuality, reliability, and trustworthiness are a must
• Previous experience in events, janitorial work, or hospitality is a plus, but not required
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain a vulnerable sector criminal record check and pass a background check
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
  Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual, Seasonal
  Contract length: 4 months
  Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 8 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newcastle, ON L1B 1H7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• This position is exclusively weekends, are you comfortable working 2-3 weekends per month?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Location:

• Newcastle, ON L1B 1H7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-25
Expected start date: 2025-09-0

• Clean and reset the event space, including putting away tables and chairs, removing trash, sweeping/mopping floors, and wiping down surfaces
• Ensure all venue areas (restrooms, kitchen, outdoor spaces) are clean and orderly
• Perform final walkthroughs to check for lost items or overlooked messes
• Lock up the venue and ensure all doors, windows, and lights are properly secured/off
• Report any damage or unusual findings to the event coordinator